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But this year, Mason is ranked 7th, considerably higher than previous years.

In its entry on Mason, the magazine said "At the helm is Mayor David Nichols. Formerly CEO of a publicly traded manufacturing company, he has helped bring several new employers to town -- where they join an already impressive list of firms like Procter & Gamble and Mitsubishi."

"These jobs, plus proximity to Cincinnati and Dayton, attract a diverse workforce, and the schools are among Ohio's best."

"The shopping, on the other hand. is less varied. While Mason does have a few non-chain restaurants and shops in town, big-box stores are the norm," the magazine concluded.

“We are thrilled to be in the top 10,” Nichols said in a news release Monday. “The ranking validates our strategy of having economic development drive community growth, stability, and benefits. We couldn’t have done it without our wonderful residents, schools, and local businesses who contribute so much to the community. This is an award for all of us.”